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Velveeta Shreds
Velveeta Shreds by Velveeta provides 214 kcal per 100 g, with 3.6 g of sugars and 17.9 g of protein. That is 646% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cheddar cheese category. Contains: gelatin, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (28 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 214 kcal | 60 kcal | 387 −45% | |
| Total fat | 10.7 g | 3 g | 4% | 31.5 −66% |
| Saturated fat | 7.1 g | 2 g | 10% | 20.7 −66% |
| Carbohydrates | 10.7 g | 3 g | 1% | 3 +263% |
| Total sugars | 3.6 g | 1 g | 0.5 +646% | |
| Added sugarsUSDA | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.1 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Protein | 17.9 g | 5 g | 10% | 24.7 −28% |
| Salt | 4 g | 1.1 g | 1.8 +122% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1424 Cheddar cheese products on Foodmetria.
Serving size and added sugars from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from August 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other cheddar cheese
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Milk, water, whey, milk protein concentrate, modified food starch, gelatin, milkfat, sodium phosphate, salt, maltodextrin, lactic acid, sodium alginate, sorbic acid as a preservative, cheese culture, enzymes, apocarotenal (color), with potato starch, cell
- Allergens
- GelatinMilk
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1/4 cup (28 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0021000054596
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Velveeta Shreds?
Velveeta Shreds contains 214 kcal per 100 g and about 60 kcal per serving (1/4 cup (28 g)).
How much sugar is in Velveeta Shreds?
Velveeta Shreds has 3.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Velveeta Shreds healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Velveeta Shreds vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Velveeta Shreds contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gelatin, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated January 18, 2023. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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